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Consider the Bom-Haber cycle for the formation of an ionic compound given below and identify the compound (Z) formed.

A)  \[{{M}^{+}}{{X}^{-}}\]                                  

B)  \[{{M}^{+}}{{X}^{-}}(s)\]

C)  \[MX\]                                

D)  \[{{M}^{+}}{{X}^{-}}(g)\]

Correct Answer: B

Solution :

The Born-Haber cycle takes place as follows Hence, Z is \[{{M}^{+}}{{X}^{-}}(s)\].